SHAH ALAM – Khairy Jamaluddin (KJ) continues to be a hot topic in Malaysia’s political landscape. As a young and capable leader, his next move after being expelled from UMNO in January 2023 remains a mystery. Many believe that if he joins any political party, especially PAS or Bersatu, it could drastically reshape the country’s political scene.
The Chief Editor of Ottrangknews views Khairy as a highly strategic politician, but his political maneuvers are often difficult for his peers to grasp. This ultimately led to his removal from UMNO, despite his significant potential to lead the nation. If he joins Perikatan Nasional (PN) through PAS or Bersatu, the coalition’s strength would increase, posing a serious challenge to the stability of the Madani government led by Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Netizens also see Khairy’s presence in PN as a crucial factor that could boost the opposition bloc’s chances. One social media user wrote, “Khairy is a major asset in Malaysian politics. If he joins PAS or Bersatu, the Madani government will surely be shaken.”
Furthermore, if Khairy is appointed as PN’s Chief Election Strategist, the coalition’s chances of winning Putrajaya in the next general election will be significantly higher. Many also see him as a strong candidate for the Prime Minister position, provided he is given the right platform and enough time to build support.
Meanwhile, former Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Legal Affairs), Datuk Zaid Ibrahim, suggested that Khairy should join PAS instead of forming a new political party, which would likely face numerous challenges. According to Zaid, UMNO no longer has a future, and PAS could offer Khairy a better political pathway.
As of now, Khairy has yet to announce his next political move. However, with increasing speculation and pressure from various quarters, political analysts predict that his decision will have a significant impact on Malaysia’s political landscape in the near future.